Eating in Seoul is easy. Eating well without defaulting to the same three tourist streets takes a little planning, and that is what this section is for.
It covers neighbourhood restaurants, markets and Korean BBQ, plus how to cook the same food back home in Australia once the trip is over. Prices are what I paid, and I say when I have not eaten somewhere myself.
Start with these
- Seongsu-dong Food Guide — where I actually eat in the neighbourhood, beyond the cafes
- Korean BBQ in Seoul — how a BBQ table works, what to order, and what the staff will do for you
- Best Cafes in Seongsu-dong — the coffee that made this neighbourhood famous
- Korean BBQ Grill Pans — what I use at home in Sydney when the trip is over
The rest of the food cluster is below, newest first.
Gwangjang Market Food Guide: A Local’s Honest Walkthrough
A Gwangjang Market food guide from a Korean local in Sydney: what to eat, where the famous stalls are, how to order and pay, and the best times to beat the crowds.
Hongdae Cooking Class Seoul: Tried Three, Here’s the Best
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Hongdae Street Food Seoul: What to Eat Before You Leave
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The Best Cafes in Hongdae Seoul (Tested and Ranked)
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Galbi Marinade Recipe from Scratch (My Mum’s Busan Recipe)
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How to Do Korean BBQ Indoors Without Smoking Out Your House
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Where to Buy Korean BBQ Ingredients in Sydney (A Local’s Guide)
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Best Cafes in Seongsu-dong: My Honest Guide After Dozens of Visits
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Korean BBQ Party Guide Australia: Host at Home Like a Pro
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Samgyeopsal vs Galbi — Which Korean BBQ Cut Should You Start With?
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Korean BBQ at Home Instead of Restaurant — Is It Worth It?
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Korean BBQ Cooking Class Seoul — What I Actually Learned
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Korean BBQ Dipping Sauces: 5 You Need Beyond Ssamjang
Ssamjang is just the start. Here are 5 Korean BBQ dipping sauces I’ve made for 20 years — recipes, meat pairings, and the one sauce my dad never skipped.
Seongsu-dong Food Guide Seoul: Where to Eat, Drink, and Linger
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The Best Korean BBQ Grill Pans for Stovetop Use (Tested at Home)
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Best Cafes in Seongsu-dong: My Honest Guide After Dozens of Visits
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Korean BBQ at Home for Beginners — What I Wish I Knew Sooner
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Hurricane’s Grill Circular Quay — A Korean BBQ Lover’s Review of Australia’s Most Iconic Ribs (2026)
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Best Korean BBQ Around the World 2026 – From Seoul to Sydney & Melbourne
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How to Make Kimchi at Home: 7 Powerful Tips for Authentic Korean Flavor
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Seoul Korean BBQ Guide 2026: 7 Best Spots (Don’t Get Scammed!)
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Best Korean BBQ in Melbourne 2026: An Expat’s Guide to Meat, Culture, and Community
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Best Korean BBQ in Sydney (2026 Guide): An Expert’s Perspective
Best Korean BBQ in Sydney 2026 isn’t just about listing restaurants — it’s a snapshot of how the city’s BBQ […]
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